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What's outside of your picture window today?

Posted by John, Volunteer Mentor @johnbishop, Nov 25, 2020

As we get ready for the real winter to show up and COVID-19 still playing a major part in our lives I like to spend moments of my day de-stressing about what's going on in the world today. All I have to do is look out the window and observe some of natures beautiful creatures, how they interact and ponder how small it makes my troubles seem. Sometimes I may even get the opportunity to take a photo or two. How about you? Anything going on outside of your window(s) that you want to share?

For those members that have the ability to size your photos before you upload them to the discussion, may I suggest using the following sizes:
– 500 x 335 pixels (landscape)
– 210 x 210 pixels (square)

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Apr 26, 2021

Our sun seems to be stuck behind clouds and snow this morning. Thought I’d brighten the day with recent spring flower photos.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Apr 26, 2021

Thank you Lori - we're looking at warm, windy & cloudy - the snow reports do not make me eager to head North in 6 days - but the flowers certainly do.
Sue

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 26, 2021
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@sueinmn

Thank you Lori - we're looking at warm, windy & cloudy - the snow reports do not make me eager to head North in 6 days - but the flowers certainly do.
Sue

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Smooth sailing home Sue! Supposed to get to 71 today in the Rochester area and in the mid to high 60s the rest of the week - fingers crossed. My birdies are liking the weather and I need to run get some more treats for them. Cat likes it too!
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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Apr 26, 2021
In reply to @johnbishop "Smooth sailing home Sue! Supposed to get to 71 today in the Rochester area and in..." + (show)
@johnbishop

Smooth sailing home Sue! Supposed to get to 71 today in the Rochester area and in the mid to high 60s the rest of the week - fingers crossed. My birdies are liking the weather and I need to run get some more treats for them. Cat likes it too!

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My daughter got all the Spring feeders up on her last day off, so my birds are happy - she's waiting for the hummers.
Sue

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Lori, Volunteer Mentor | @loribmt | Apr 26, 2021
In reply to @sueinmn "Thank you Lori - we're looking at warm, windy & cloudy - the snow reports do..." + (show)
@sueinmn

Thank you Lori - we're looking at warm, windy & cloudy - the snow reports do not make me eager to head North in 6 days - but the flowers certainly do.
Sue

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The snow finally turned to rain so hopefully it’s the end of this! The weather should be fine by the time you start heading home. Snow will be a distant memory...but then so will the sandy beaches. And for that I’m sorry for you. But it’s wonderful you were able to get down to. Texas for a much needed break!
Hopefully next year you’ll be able to get the full winter of sun and warmth. We missed out on our long winter in Florida the past 2 years. So ready to resume that come late October. Wishing you safe travels ahead but I’m sure we’ll all touch base before that. 😊

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ess77 - Elizabeth | @ess77 | Apr 27, 2021
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@johnbishop

Smooth sailing home Sue! Supposed to get to 71 today in the Rochester area and in the mid to high 60s the rest of the week - fingers crossed. My birdies are liking the weather and I need to run get some more treats for them. Cat likes it too!

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Thanks for the photos, John. I don't have robins. I'm surprised, as we do have them in the area, but I've never had one visit my home. They are certainly welcome....yours look very well fed, sir. What's the little blk/white fellow?
That wonderful cat is smiling in pure contentment. Love it. be well, my friend. Blessings to you, elizabeth

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 27, 2021
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Thanks for the photos, John. I don't have robins. I'm surprised, as we do have them in the area, but I've never had one visit my home. They are certainly welcome....yours look very well fed, sir. What's the little blk/white fellow?
That wonderful cat is smiling in pure contentment. Love it. be well, my friend. Blessings to you, elizabeth

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Thanks Elizabeth, taking photos of the birds at our bird feeder is one of my fun activities. The small black and white bird is a female Downey woodpecker. The male version has a small red patch on the top of the head.

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ess77 - Elizabeth | @ess77 | Apr 27, 2021
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Thanks Elizabeth, taking photos of the birds at our bird feeder is one of my fun activities. The small black and white bird is a female Downey woodpecker. The male version has a small red patch on the top of the head.

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John, I thought that looked like a woodpecker! Had a pair visit yesterday. It must be young, as it's smaller than our uys so I kept thinking. Of course, no red head, so my mind moved on....They look happy and full....hope all is well. Blessings on the beautiful day! elizabeth

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fiesty76 | @fiesty76 | Apr 29, 2021

@johnbishop, Spending 5-6 hrs/ day on days when weather permits and haven't taken time to read all of the new instructions since Connect made changes so the only notice I'm receiving is the "Daily Update". This however seems fitting to share with both my "what's outside your window and gardening friends": Hope the link and photo works:Me at the Start of the Pandemic: https://twitter.com/Brocklesnitch/status/1249914273322512384 Best to all!

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John, Volunteer Mentor | @johnbishop | Apr 29, 2021
In reply to @fiesty76 "@johnbishop, Spending 5-6 hrs/ day on days when weather permits and haven't taken time to read..." + (show)
@fiesty76

@johnbishop, Spending 5-6 hrs/ day on days when weather permits and haven't taken time to read all of the new instructions since Connect made changes so the only notice I'm receiving is the "Daily Update". This however seems fitting to share with both my "what's outside your window and gardening friends": Hope the link and photo works:Me at the Start of the Pandemic: https://twitter.com/Brocklesnitch/status/1249914273322512384 Best to all!

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Hello @fiesty, Unfortunately the email notifications had to be reset during the switchover to the new Connect. I think this will give you an opportunity to fine tune your notifications to make it easier to use in the long run. Here are a couple of how to newsfeed posts that you might want to read through to make it all a little easier.

How to customize your notifications and settings: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/newsfeed-post/how-to-customize-your-notifications-and-settings/

Improved Homepage: Your new Connect home base: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/blog/about-connect/newsfeed-post/improved-homepage-your-new-connect-home-base/

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